Nicolas Maduro

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Maduro announces arrest of 'American spy' near Venezuelan refineries

The arrest occurred after a 'plan to cause an explosion' was 'discovered and dismantled' at El Palito refinery, authorities say

12 Sep 2020 12:38 PM

File image of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro. (AP)

Venezuela: Two US nationals arrested for plotting to overthrow Maduro regime

The arrests came a day after the government said it foiled an "invasion" from the sea.

05 May 2020 1:17 PM

The executive order signed by Trump goes well beyond the sanctions imposed in recent months against Venezuela's state-run oil company PDVSA and the country's financial sector, as well as measures against dozens of Venezuelan officials and entities. (Photo: File)

Trump freezes all Venezuelan govt assets in bid to pressure Prez Maduro

Russian and Chinese companies are among those still doing significant business in the South American OPEC nation.

07 Aug 2019 3:38 PM

Cuba and the US restored ties in 2015 and Obama himself visited Havana in a historic presidential trip in March 2016, meeting with then-president Raul Castro. (Photo: ANI)

Trump administration clamps down on US citizens' travel to Cuba

The Cuban government condemned the move, which could cost the country's economy tens of millions of dollars a year in lost income.

05 Jun 2019 2:48 PM

Noting the arrest of key opposition leaders in Venezuela, the US State Department hoped that the latest round of talks will focus on the departure of Maduro. (Photo:AP)

Maduro, Guaido representatives to hold second round of talks in Norway

Shortly after the announcement, Maduro took to his Twitter handle to express gratitude to the Norway government for providing a platform.

26 May 2019 12:55 PM

Most western nations have recognised Guaido as the country’s rightful head of state. (Photo:AP)

Maduro proposes early elections for opposition run Congress in Venezuela

The opposition won a majority in the National Assembly in 2015 and the next congressional elections are currently scheduled for late 2020.

21 May 2019 10:33 AM

Authorities arrested the last four protesters on Thursday after utilities for the building were cut off and they ignored an eviction order, the groups said. (Representational Image)

US federal agents arrest protesters occupying Venezuelan Embassy

Activists oppose US intervention to oust Prez Maduro in favour of Guaido, self-proclaimed interim president of OPEC-member nation.

17 May 2019 1:53 PM

Rangel's pronouncement marks another blow to Maduro after a handful of similar defections by senior officers this year. (Photo:AP)

'Rise up again Maduro': Venezuelan General tells military

Ramon Rangel, an air force general, said the Venezuelan government is controlled by 'communist dictatorship' in Cuba - a key Maduro ally.

13 May 2019 12:08 PM

The opposition says Maduro has stacked the court with his own supporters, while the US government this week threatened to sanction all its members. (Photo: File)

Venezuela's opposition leader arrested, dragged away by tow truck

Guaido said on Twitter: 'The regime has kidnapped the first vice president.'

09 May 2019 4:17 PM

It seems Guaido and his Washington-based sponsors had been expecting Maduro’s defence minister, military intelligence chief and head of the supreme court to announce their defection. (Photo: AFP)

US-sponsored coup a flop, Venezuela will chart its course

The transmitted images were framed in such a way as to disguise the paucity of the personnel.

09 May 2019 12:05 AM

Protests erupted in Caracas which the ruling establishment termed as an "attempted coup". (Photo: AP)

Protests erupt in Venezuela, world notices but stands divided

Incumbent President Maduro is backed by Russia, China, Iran and Turkey. More than 50 countries including the US have rallied behind Guaido.

01 May 2019 10:20 AM

Power cuts have occurred sporadically since the massive blackout of March 7 left the country in the dark for five days. (Photo:AP)

Another blackout hits large parts of Venezuela

A new blackout across large parts of crisis-hit Venezuela, including the capital Caracas, forced many to spend another night in the dark.

10 Apr 2019 12:52 PM

The court had been investigating opposition leader Juan Guaido for usurping the president's powers. (Photo: AFP)

Venezuela's opposition leader Juan Guaido stripped of immunity, can face prosecution

The court had been investigating Guaido for usurping Maduro's powers by declaring himself interim president on January 23.

03 Apr 2019 11:12 AM

The Trump administration has levied crippling sanctions on the OPEC nation's oil industry in efforts to push Maduro from power. (Photo:AP)

Russian Air Force planes carrying troops land in Venezuela to send message to Trump

Two Russian air force planes landed at Venezuela's main airport on Saturday carrying a Russian defense official and nearly 100 troops.

25 Mar 2019 12:52 PM

'What is happening there is a disgrace. This was one of the wealthiest countries in the world and all of a sudden, it is grief-stricken.' (Photo:File)

Trump warns Venezuela of additional tougher sanctions ahead

President Donald Trump warned on Tuesday that the United States could impose a lot tougher sanctions on Venezuela.

20 Mar 2019 10:29 AM

The issue was discussed in a meeting with the visiting Indian Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale. (File Photo)

Mike Pompeo hoping India wont buy Venezuelan oil

Pompeo hopes India will support the American efforts in Venezuela by not purchasing oil from the 'authoritarian' Maduro regime.

12 Mar 2019 8:29 AM

Maduro made the decision to shut down offices and schools. (File Photo)

Venezuela struggles with blackout as government claims sabotage

Venezuela's government struggled to cope with a massive electricity blackout that paralyzed much of the country.

09 Mar 2019 8:38 AM

Four people were killed in the melee as Maduro's forces prevented the 178 metric tonnes of rice, beans and other food. (Photo:AP)

US slaps new sanctions on Venezuela as support from Russia increases

The United States and Russia clashed on Friday over how to assist crisis-wracked Venezuela.

02 Mar 2019 11:03 AM

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un (Photo: AP)

US courts Kim at Hanoi while bullying Maduro

Time magazine considered President Lula as one of the most influential leaders in recent history.

01 Mar 2019 12:10 AM

Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed in clashes with security forces that left more than 300 people wounded. (Photo:AP)

2 killed as Venezuela border aid showdown turns violent

A high-risk operation to get humanitarian aid into Venezuela descended into deadly chaos on Saturday.

24 Feb 2019 10:15 AM

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